The Ethics of the Pager Attack
Briefly

Experts now believe that explosive material was placed within the pagers itself, which were exploding during attacks against Hezbollah members, raising serious ethical concerns.
The attack raises ethical concerns about the morality of violence; while on the surface, killing is wrong, contexts of conflicts complicate moral assessments.
Some believe that this act might be defensible since it targets members of Hezbollah within an ongoing conflict, necessitating a more nuanced moral analysis.
Critics argue that regardless of the intended targets, the method of causing harm to civilians remains morally questionable and needs careful scrutiny.
Read at A Philosopher's Blog
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